Cowboy .44

The .44 caliber is the stuff of Old West legend, a round as iconic as cowboy hats and saloon brawls. It was the caliber of choice for some of the most famous gunslingers of the day, including Wild Bill Hickok and Billy the Kid. Introduced in 1873 by Colt as the .44-40, it quickly became the standard for cowboys, lawmen, and outlaws alike. This round packed a powerful punch, with a balance of stopping power and manageable recoil, making it ideal for quick draws and showdowns at high noon. And, of course, it didn’t just show up in pistols—it was also chambered in lever-action rifles, making it an all-around go-to for both close-range and long-range shots. The .44 Special, introduced in 1907, was a slightly more refined round, offering less recoil than its more powerful siblings. It quickly became a favorite for those looking for accuracy and control, while still packing enough punch to take care of business. Not quite the .44 Magnum, but still plenty powerful for close-range work. It could be found in single-action pistols and even double-action revolvers of the time. And then, of course, there’s the .44 Magnum, which came along in the 1950s, giving shooters even more oomph than its older siblings. It became the ultimate round for anyone who wanted to make a statement—whether that statement was “I’m a sharpshooter” or “I’m really, REALLY good at taking down targets.” At Cowboy Choice Ammunition, we’ve brought that classic caliber magic back to life. We hand-load each round with the care of a gunslinger polishing his peacemaker, ensuring your ammo performs like it’s straight out of a John Wayne film only with hardly no muzzle flip. Whether you’re using a .44-40, .44 Special, or a .44 Magnum—or you’ve got a lever-action rifle or a single-action revolver—our rounds replicate the Old West power factors you’re after, although and we use modern smokeless powders. Ready for action? So are we! Yeehaw!!